Tag: Windows Defender

Fix Windows defender blocked incoming connection on Windows

03/07/202503/07/2025

Fix Windows defender blocked incoming connection on Windows

Microsoft Defender Antivirus is a next-generation protection solution that comes pre-installed with Windows 11. It provides always on real-time antivirus protection. In this guide, we shall discuss the fix Windows defender blocked incoming connection on Windows. Please, see What you need to know about Microsoft Defender Antivirus, how to enable FIPS mode on Windows Server,…

Network | Monitoring, Windows, Windows Server

Set Microsoft Defender AV to Passive mode on a Windows Server

21/11/202424/06/2025

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Set Microsoft Defender AV to Passive mode on a Windows Server

Managing security tools can get a bit tricky when you’re running multiple solutions on the same server. Let’s say you’ve got a setup using a third-party antivirus as your primary security suite, but Windows Defender is still active. This can create conflicts, and the best way to address this is to switch Microsoft Defender Antivirus…

Security | Vulnerability Scans and Assessment, Windows Server

How to Fix Windows Security Blank Screen Issue

24/04/202424/04/2024

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In this guide we will discuss “How to Fix Windows Security Blank Screen Issue”. Please see Missing Windows Defender? Install and manage Microsoft Defender via Windows Security on Windows Server. Windows Security serves as the frontline defense for your system, ensuring its safety and integrity. However, encountering a blank screen when attempting to access the…

Network | Monitoring, Security | Vulnerability Scans and Assessment

Safeguard Your PC Against Common Malware Entry Points

12/04/202418/04/2024

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Safeguard Your PC Against Common Malware Entry Points

In our day-to-day activities on the internet, cyber threats hide in unexpected places, ready to infiltrate your devices and wreak havoc. Knowing how malware can get into your computer is crucial to protect yourself better. In this guide, we shall discuss the steps to “Safeguard Your PC Against Common Malware Entry Points”. Please see Missing…

Security | Vulnerability Scans and Assessment

How to configure additional LSA Protection

29/06/202325/03/2024

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How to configure additional LSA Protection

In today’s digital landscape, maintaining the security and integrity of sensitive data is of utmost importance. Windows operating systems provide various security features to safeguard critical system components and user credentials. Please see Smart App Control and how to enable Phishing Protection: Windows 11 New Security Features, and How to enable or disable Core Isolation…

Security | Vulnerability Scans and Assessment, Windows

How to protect your Windows PC from potentially unwanted applications

27/05/202331/05/2023

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How to protect your Windows PC from potentially unwanted applications

Protecting your Windows PC from potentially unwanted applications (PUA) is essential to ensure smooth and secure operation. These applications can disrupt your system, slow down performance, display intrusive ads, and even install harmful software. Fortunately, Windows 10 and Windows 11 provides built-in features that can help safeguard your PC from PUAs. In this comprehensive guide,…

Security | Vulnerability Scans and Assessment, Windows

Windows Defender detects Endpoint Security HipHandlers.dll

07/05/202331/07/2024

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Windows Defender detects Endpoint Security HipHandlers.dll

A brief history of Trellix will be vital before proceeding. McAfee Enterprise and FireEye merged as a new company under the name Trellix. Sometime in June 2021, FireEye sold its name and products business to Symphony Technology Group (STG). STG combined FireEye with its acquisition of McAfee’s enterprise business to launch Trellix, an extended detection and…

Security | Vulnerability Scans and Assessment, Windows

Protect Microsoft Defender Settings with Tamper Protection

15/12/202201/10/2023

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Protect Microsoft Defender Settings with Tamper Protection

Tamper protection effectively locks Microsoft Defender Antivirus to its safe, default settings and prevents your security settings from being modified via programs and techniques such as using Registry Editor or PowerShell cmdlets to alter settings on your Windows device, modifying settings with PowerShell cmdlets, and changing or deleting security settings using Group Policy. Please see…

Security | Vulnerability Scans and Assessment, Windows, Windows Server

Fix SmartScreen can’t be reached right now on Windows 10 and 11

03/12/202213/05/2025

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In this article, you will learn how to Fix SmartScreen can’t be reached right now on Windows 10 and 11. When it comes to Microsoft products, security is crucial, which is why Windows 10 and 11 have the built-in security feature SmartScreen. It’s an anti-malware feature that runs in the cloud and stops computers from…

Anti-Virus Solution, Windows

How to clear Cache and Manually Update Microsoft Defender

29/10/202231/07/2024

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In this article, I will show you how to clear Cache and Manually Update Microsoft Defender. Windows Security intelligence updates are the latest antivirus updates for Microsoft Defender’s antimalware defence. These updates improve the capacity of Microsoft Defender Antivirus and other Microsoft antimalware products to precisely identify threats by covering the most recent threats and…

Anti-Virus Solution, Security | Vulnerability Scans and Assessment, Windows

Configure and validate Exclusions for Microsoft Defender Antivirus scans

18/10/202216/12/2023

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Configure and validate Exclusions for Microsoft Defender Antivirus scans

Windows Defender Antivirus is the default anti-malware engine on Windows, and it protects your device and data against viruses, rootkits, ransomware, and other security threats. Please see Microsoft Endpoint Manager: How to manage Microsoft Defender Antivirus with Group Policy and Microsoft Malware Protection via the Command Line Utility, and Smart App Control and how to enable Phishing…

Anti-Virus Solution, Security | Vulnerability Scans and Assessment, Windows

Attack Surface Reduction Configuration with Microsoft Defender

23/08/202206/12/2024

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In this articele, we wil discuss Attack Surface Reduction Configuration with Microsoft Defender. Microsoft Defender is a free, built-in antivirus for Windows. Until May 10th, 2020, it was known as Windows Defender, and in the most recent versions of Windows 10. Please see How to install and debug logs with the CMTrace Tool, and Insight…

Scripts, Security | Vulnerability Scans and Assessment, Windows, Windows Server

How to restore quarantined files in Microsoft Defender Antivirus

25/07/202211/08/2023

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How to restore quarantined files in Microsoft Defender Antivirus

Learn how to restore quarantined files after encountering false positives or malware issues with Microsoft Defender Antivirus. Malicious documents or infected executables can disrupt your system. Ensuring computer users’ safety and preserving PC health, antivirus software diligently thwarts potential threats, aiming to neutralize them proactively. Occasionally, this vigilance may lead to unintended file losses, prompting…

Security | Vulnerability Scans and Assessment, Windows